A week of experiencing our healing retreat package will leave your mind, body, and soul feeling energized and light. This curated week has been designed with your well-being in mind. You receive daily pampering and special healing sessions during the week as you explore the world of Ayurveda and Balinese healing. Experience just how good your body is designed to feel! One week in our expert care at our award-winning healing retreat, will leave you glowing and radiating with new-found vitality.
Translated from Sanskrit, Ayurveda means ‘The science of life’ and it exists as a body of wisdom designed to heal people on a deep level and prevent illness and disease. Ayurveda is over 5000 years old, and the focus of Ayurveda is to balance body, mind and spirit. It includes disciplines such as massage, meditation, yoga, diet, herbal medicine, nourishing oils and unique healing treatments that marry science and nature in perfect union.
Ayurveda is well known for assisting with weight loss and detoxification, fertility and hormone balancing, anti-stress and deep relaxation, immune function, anti-aging and longevity.
Who is it for?
Those looking for long-term health benefits and/or healing.
Seeking weight-balance/detoxification, fertility and hormone balancing, strengthening the immune system and finding balance in all areas of the body.
Bliss seekers- enjoy the chance to fully relax and be thoroughly pampered by our expert Ayurvedic therapists.
Wise souls- anyone looking to gain wisdom and skills to take home and implement into everyday life.
How will you feel at the end of retreat?
Fully relaxed, rejuvenated and deeply nurtured.
Balanced physically, emotionally and mentally after working with your unique needs and Ayurvedic constitution.
Open, tranquil and calm from plenty of yoga and meditation.
Glowing, shining, luminous skin, hair and eyes are an added bonus!
About
Gallery
About The Host
The host was born from our team’s passion and expertise for running well-being retreats and their collective love of the healthy lifestyle of Canggu, Bali.
Our little black book contains the best of the best experiences ensuring you get behind the curtain and see more than the usual tourist traps. Our extensive experience of creating and running Bali’s most awarded women’s retreat, for the past 10 years also means you will be in safe hands.
Building upon the success of the host which is recognized globally as the best luxury women’s wellness retreat, we wanted to offer a value-based option for those looking to still have many of the offerings of a well-being retreat, yet wanted more flexibility, fewer inclusions, and a lower cost. Those that liked to have care and attention but were comfortable with not being at a fully serviced retreat appreciated the privacy of small groups with no more than 7 guests staying in any one of our Tree Houses at any one time.
With its proximity to some of Bali’s best surf beaches, world-class yoga shalas, amazing spas & the best organic cafes and eateries a short bike ride away, The Host is the best place to experience the healthy lifestyle of Bali and all of it is on our doorstep.
We look forward to welcoming you to experience your Bali home away from home.
Itinerary
Location
Things to keep in mind
FAQ
What's included on the retreat?
You’ll enjoy a 7-day all-inclusive surf, yoga, and wellbeing spa retreat package at the women’s retreat in Bali. Retreat inclusions differ depending on the retreat package that you choose. However, all retreats include luxury villa accommodation, yoga, gourmet cuisine, spa treatments, and much more. There are no hidden costs. Two dinners are left open to allow guests to sample some of Bali’s fantastic eating experiences.
How much does it cost?
There are no hidden costs. Luxury has never been so affordable with all inclusive packages starting from just US$2,495 per person.
What age and nationality is a ‘typical guest’? What about solo travellers?
Typically, our guests range in age from mid 20’s – to late 40’s or early 50’s. However, we have had many younger and older guests visit that have loved their time here also. What unites guests at Escape Haven surf and yoga retreat is not so much their age or nationality; but rather, their fun loving attitude and spirit for adventure and the wisdom they share.
About 70% of our guests are solo travelers. Most of our guests make firm friends, staying in touch long after their surf and yoga retreat finishes. Escape Haven Bali is a safe and ideal place to stay as a solo woman traveler.
We feel very lucky to welcome women from all around the world who are diverse and unique in many ways. Our guests come from all walks of life, and differ in age, nationality, size, and have different backgrounds and goals. We do all we can do foster an inclusive environment so that no one feels out of place in any way. We respect our guests religions and understand that some ladies may wear a veil. We want to just make it clear that while we are a women’s retreat (with only female guests) we do have male butlers, house keepers, drivers, gardeners, security and surf instructors. Our spa team are all female and our main retreat hosts are also female, yet it is not 100% a female- only environment. This may need to be taken into consideration for some of our guests depending on their religion. Please ensure that we go above and beyond to help every single guest feel welcomed, nurtured and right at home.
How much money should I bring to the retreat?
As this is an all-inclusive Bali retreat, the only things you will need to pay for are any incidentals (such as alcoholic drinks, phone calls, extra specialized treatments or services) and the 2 meals not included where you get to explore some of the fabulous restaurants nearby.
If you wish to do any optional extra activities or go shopping while staying, there are plenty of ATMs available nearby, where you may withdraw money and we also accept PayPal.
Is there an age minimum?
Yes, guests must be 18 years or older to attend the retreat unless otherwise agreed to by management and under supervision of a guardian.
What is the weather like in Bali?
We have 2 distinct seasons here in Bali where the temperature for both is around 90° F or 30° C. ‘Dry’ season, April – November, is beautifully sunny and warm during the day and refreshingly cool at night (no less than 25°C). ‘Green’ season welcomes a daily shower which keeps Bali beautiful and blooming with greenery! These showers are nothing to fret over, in fact, they can be a blessing in disguise! A great time to indulge in some pampering or shopping!
Is there shopping nearby?
Yes, Bali is renowned for its amazing array of shopping from markets through to beautiful boutiques at affordable prices. Many are just a short stroll from our villa. Canggu is well known for its excellent shopping and shopping in Seminyak can also we easily arranged. We even have a complimentary shopping tour for guests that are seeking a little extra retail therapy!
Do I need to rent a car?
We have 4 wonderful drivers plus 2 golf buggies ready to whisk you between your activities and around Canggu. In your free time you can wander on foot from the villa which is located nearby all the best shopping, spas, restaurants and the beach. We are happy to arrange transportation for you also if you wish to venture further afield.
Do I need to know Indonesian
Don’t worry, you wont need to speak Indonesian! Most Balinese speak English and love speaking it with foreigners. All our staff are fluent in English as are the guides we partner with. Our staff are also able to speak Balinese and can assist if needed when out and about.
Is it mandatory to participate in all retreat activities?
All our spa retreat activities at the retreat are optional, so it’s up to you how much or how little you do. You choose the level of activity or rejuvenation to fit your goals and ideals. After a week-long surf and yoga vacation, you’ll feel recharged and ready to face the world again!
I have never done yoga before, is it difficult?
Yoga is one of the most wonderful forms of movement and two classes a day are offered on retreat. Our full-time yoga teachers spend the week right alongside of you and are there to help you on your yoga journey, no matter whether you are brand new to the yoga mat or a more advanced practitioner. The daily classes plus optional yoga workshops will enable you to carry on your yoga practice at home and throughout your life. Your teacher will adapt classes to suit all abilities. if you are on the Refresh Yoga retreat package you also have unlimited access to yoga at our terrific partner yoga studios here in Canggu.
Do I need to be a good swimmer?
Although beginners will be learning at a gentle break, it’s important that you feel comfortable in the ocean. All our surfing happens close to shore, but again, to get the most out of your week, being confident in the water is important. For a fulfilling and positive surf experience, we ask that our guests be competent swimmers and in reasonably good physical condition.
What time is check-in / check-out?
We try want to be as flexible as possible.
Check in time is the same, 2:00 PM. First retreat activity on Saturday night is yoga usually at 5 PM which is followed by our welcome dinner.
Room check out on departure day is at 12:00 PM with complimentary transfers from retreat by 1:00 PM at the latest. For evening flights we suggest guests book a private driver who can store their bags in the car and take them for some last minute shopping or to a beach club before dropping them at the airport for their departure flight. A private driver is $10USD/hour and can be booked with their retreat team.